Alaska News February 02, 2018

By Beth Bragg: Jim Balamaci, steadfast advocate for Alaska’s Special Olympians, dies at age 63
 
 
 
 
By Devin Kelly: Anchorage ballet director will not face charges in sexual assault allegation
 
 
 
 
By Beth Verge: Bill proposes sealing records of some marijuana possession charges
 
 
 
 
By KTVA Web Staff: Walker introduces more ‘Safer Alaska’ legislation
 
 
 
 
By Daniella Rivera: Governor, Anchorage DA want to see changes to new bail system
 
 
 
 
By Sean Maguire: CannTest fails to detect dangerous mold as Steep Hill Alaska considers legal options
 
 
 
 
By Jack Carney: Alaska rolls out five-year suicide prevention plan
The Alaska Careline can be reached any time at 1-877-266-HELP (4357), or you can go to the Careline website. You can also text “4help” to the number 839863 between 3 and 11 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
 
 
 
 
By Ariane Aramburo: Alaskan cancer survivor shares story of strenth and perseverance
Galena Fechik courageously shared her story of strength and perseverance in hopes that other women will listen to their bodies and start to become more aware “down there.”
 
 
 
 
Congratulations Valerie Baalerud!
By Tegan Hanlon: This Eagle River teacher was just surprised with a national award — and $25,000
 
 
 
 
Magician Paul Gertner Performs on Morning Edition
 
 
 
 
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